While some in the crowd appreciated Norman’s opening line, he immediately drew condemnation from Democrats. South Carolina Democratic Party chair Trav Robertson said “inappropriate doesn’t describe the remarks,” adding that Norman proved he “doesn’t have any class.”

@jslovegrove Ralph Norman just proved he may be rich but he doesn’t have any class. His opening joke about RBG’s comments on the Kavanaugh hearings—“RBG, I don’t know what the problem is…Abe Lincoln grouped me…” inappropriate doesn’t describe his remarks.

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